Holidays

I thought I knew what I’d find at Shindig Farms: pumpkins and maybe a corn maze. Then I saw the enormous straw maze, giant slides, corn cannon, goats and everything else hiding on this Nampa farm.

Twenty-five years ago, I watched the second plane hit the World Trade Center and rushed to the radio station for a day none of us had prepared for. But today, I also remember what happened afterward.

A strengthening El Niño has me wondering what winter could look like in Idaho this year. The early outlook gives us some clues, but it definitely doesn’t tell us everything.

The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic leads a packed Labor Day weekend featuring Nite Glow, rodeo, barbecue, comics, birds of prey and live theater.

The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic returns September 2-6, 2026. Before you head to Ann Morrison Park, here’s what to know about the schedule, parking, Kid’s Day, Nite Glow and more.

There’s another reason to escape the Treasure Valley heat and head up to Bogus Basin this weekend. Saturday’s schedule includes nature hikes, live music, yoga and a celebration of the public lands we’re lucky to have in our backyard.

When the Boise River Festival disappeared, its beloved hot air balloons could have disappeared with it. Here’s how a Treasure Valley tradition was saved and became the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic.

Halloween is hitting Treasure Valley store shelves earlier than usual this year, and if you know where to look, you can already start filling your cart.

One of America’s favorite holiday traditions is returning to the Treasure Valley. Mannheim Steamroller will perform at the Ford Idaho Center on December 13, tickets on sale Friday.

From Boise to Caldwell, here's the best places to celebrate America's 250th around the Treasure Valley.